Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons)
Aston University
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Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) - BEng (Hon)

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**Overview**Our BEng Electronic Engineering and Computer Science double accredited degree will prepare you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector. This programme offers a unique blend of electrical engineering and computer science, creating a powerful synergy that is shaping the future of industries. This combination enables you to develop cutting-edge solutions that bridge the gap between hardware and software, revolutionising the way we live, work, and interact.The academic ...Read more


Overview

Our BEng Electronic Engineering and Computer Science double accredited degree will prepare you for a successful career in a diverse and in-demand sector. This programme offers a unique blend of electrical engineering and computer science, creating a powerful synergy that is shaping the future of industries. This combination enables you to develop cutting-edge solutions that bridge the gap between hardware and software, revolutionising the way we live, work, and interact.The academic quality of this course is showcased by being accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) helping you on your journey to become a chartered professional.


Assessment

The BEng Electronic Engineering and Computer Science degree is assessed through a combination of exams, project portfolios, quizzes, quality reviews, lab reports, presentations, and analysis reports.The assessment methods will reflect the most effective and relevant way to review your performance for each module. Therefore, each module will be assessed in a variety of ways to reflect your knowledge from that module and how you would apply it in the real world.


Key course benefits

- Accredited by both the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT- Aston University has received TEF Gold Award, the highest possible rating (teaching excellence framework) - Association with the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies- Our placement year offers you the opportunity to gain valuable experience and set your studies in the context of a working environment, designed to boost your future employment prospects

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
77/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
33rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
39th
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
75%
Average salary
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£26,000
UK Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduate salary
£26,000
What students say
M
Mohammed
17 Apr 22

The staff are very helpful and passionate about teaching. You have access to many resources to aid in your studies including course relevant books for free! The main building can..Read more

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

CCC - BBC Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:15,M:30,P:0 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

29 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

T Level:

D Grades / Points required

BBC including Mathematics and another of the listed STEM (a) subjects: Standard offer.BCC including Mathematics and another of the listed STEM (a) subjects; and if the student is also presenting either Core Maths or Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) grade B.CCC including Mathematics and another of the listed STEM (a) subjects: Contextual offer (more details https://www2.aston.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/contextual-offer.STEM (a) subjects accepted: Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology, Electronics

15 Distinction credits and 30 Merit credits at Level 3 including 15 credits in Mathematics and 15 credits in STEM (a) subject units.STEM (a) subjects accepted - Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.

achieving 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level subjects including Mathematics and another STEM (a) subject.STEM (a) subjects accepted: Further Maths, Statistics, Physics, Design Technology, Chemistry, Engineering Science, Computer Science, Biology and Electronics.

Any subject: DDM + grade B in A Level MathsQCF BTEC Engineering: DDM + Distinction grades in the following units: Mathematics for Engineering Technicians and Further Mathematics for Engineering TechniciansRQF BTEC Engineering: DDM + Distinction grades in the following units: Calculus to Solve Engineering Problems and Further Engineering Mathematics. For other BTEC combinations please check the Aston website.

The following T levels are accepted qualifications for this course: - Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction- Building Services Engineering for Construction- Onsite Construction- Design and Development for Engineering Manufacturing- Engineering Manufacturing Processing and Control- Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering Manufacturing

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£21,500 per year

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Students from International

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£21500 Per year

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17 Apr 22
Electronic Engineering and Computer Science BEng (Hons)
The staff are very helpful and passionate about teaching. You have access to many resources to aid in your studies including course relevant books for free! The main building can...
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